Tour to Georgia and Armenia

Tour to Georgia and Armenia

Choosing our Тour то Georgia and Armenia, you will make an exciting 10-day trip around these two bright and hospitable countries of the South Caucasus. You will enjoy the lively atmosphere of Tbilisi, visit the first capital of Georgia, get acquainted with the ancient Georgian wine-making technologies, explore the world’s first Christian country, Armenia, as well as walk through the ancient Yerevan. All this and much more awaits you here!

The tour will continue to the medieval fortress. Those who wish will be able to climb the watchtower and enjoy the beautiful view of the Alazani Valley.

Overnight: hotel in Tbilisi

Day 6

Transfer to the Georgian-Armenian border, where, after passing through customs, you will go to Yerevan – the capital of Armenia.

On the way, you will visit the resort town of Dilijan, which is known for its lush scenery and delicious healthful, full of pine aroma air.

Stop at the azure Lake Sevan – the pearl of Armenian nature

Arrival at the hotel in Yerevan

Free time for rest

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Day 7

Guided tour around Yerevan

Excursion to the Matenadaran Museum – the depository of ancient manuscripts

The tour will continue to the Cascade – one of the most famous sights of Yerevan. Cascade is a huge ladder, climbing the top of which you will see the observation area. It offers breathtaking views of Mount Ararat and Yerevan.

A trip to the Republic Square – the “heart” of Yerevan. The square was designed by the chief architect Armenia, Alexander Tamanyan.

Walk on the Northern Avenue, which is the most modern and luxurious avenue of the capital.

Excursion to the building of the Opera and Ballet Theatre after A. A. Spendiarova

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Day 8

A trip to the town of Echmiadzin – the religious center of all Armenians. Here is located the residence of the Catholicos of the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Guided tour to the Echmiadzin Cathedral, which was built in 301-302 and became the first official Christian church in the world. It is now included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. On the territory of the cathedral, you will see examples of unique Armenian khachkars.

Continuation of the tour to the temples of Gayane and Hripsime

Return to Yerevan

Visit to the souvenir fair Vernissage for buying colorful national souvenirs.

Overnight: hotel in Yerevan

Day 9

A trip to the unique architectural creation of the XIII century – rocky monastery of Geghard

Continuation of the tour to the village of Garni, which is the only surviving example of the Hellenistic architecture of the Caucasus – the temple of Garni.

Please note, that to enter Georgian orthodox churches ladies will need to have scarves for covering their heads (they can find some at the entrances). In some cases, ladies will be warned to wear skirts. Short trousers are forbidden in the church.